M1 chapter 2 - kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line

In this chapter you will learn how to apply the 'suvat' equations to solve problems involving particles moving with constant acceleration in a straight line to find distances, velocities and times. Problems may include motion in a vertical line under acceleration due to gravity.

Sections

M1 section 2.1

Required prior knowledge:

• substitute reliably into linear and quadratic formulae
• rearrange and solve linear and quadratic equations

We are learning to:

• recall the key 'suvat' equations in the list below
• abstract data from worded questions and diagrams
• choose the most efficient formula to use
• substitute data into the equation and solve for the unknown
• interpret as appropriate and check results

Required equations to recall:

M1 Exercise 2A

• M1 Exercise 2A worked solutions:
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• Questions similar to this exercise:

C4 section 6.2